Newminster Abbey, Cistercian monastery ruins in Morpeth, England
The ruins of Newminster Abbey contain sections of the cloister with paired slender columns supporting both pointed and round sandstone arches near the River Wansbeck.
Founded in 1137 by Ralph de Merlay and Juliana, the abbey expanded its influence through extensive land acquisitions including fisheries, saltpans, and summer pastures by 1240.
Saint Robert, the first abbot from 1138 to 1159, was buried beneath the high altar, making the site a pilgrimage destination where numerous miracles occurred.
The Grade II listed building and scheduled monument remains stand on private land, limiting access to views from a hillside or the western boundary footpath.
Following the dissolution in 1537, the Crown leased the estate to the Grey family, who removed stones for their construction projects.
Location: Morpeth
Inception: 12 century
Founders: Ralph de Merlay
GPS coordinates: 55.16640,-1.70441
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:15
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